Import Manager
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Slightly less than two-thirds of Import Managers in the United States have been in the field for more than 10 years. Pay can fall anywhere from $40K to $90K per year, but median earnings come to around $61K per year. Total cash compensation to Import Managers varies from $40K to $90K; higher pay grades include potential for bonuses and profit sharing as high as $10K each. Experience level and the particular city each impact pay for this group, with the former having the largest influence. For the most part, Import Managers enjoy their work and report high levels of job satisfaction. Medical benefits are awarded to a large number, and a fair number earn dental coverage. Men are in the minority of survey respondents, with female Import Managers making up 70 percent. Participants in PayScale's salary questionnaire provided the particulars of this report.

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Job Description for Import Manager

An import manager is responsible for receiving, inspecting and documenting items that arrive from overseas. They also manage a team of operators and office clerks, providing guidance, support, and discipline as needed. Import manager are in charge of exporting items, and they must be up to date on all import and export laws of the country in which they are based and the countries from which they receive items. This job normally exists with companies that deal with customers and businesses in other countries. Generally, import managers hold full-time positions; hours may vary depending on the needs of the company. They may need to travel as well, depending on the requirements of the position.

The minimum qualifications for import managers generally include at least a high school diploma or equivalent. Additionally, they need to have a minimum of five years of experience in importing and exporting. Most companies also require some experience in warehouse management or another form of managing experience. Often, the ability to speak multiple languages - as well as effectively communicate with staff and agents in verbal and written forms - is required or preferred as well.

Import Manager Tasks

Arrange transport and ensure items are shipped expediently and cost-effectively.

Communicate with clients, customs agents and transportation companies to ensure the shipments arrive in a timely manner and in good physical condition.

Supervise import staff managing the importation of goods from other countries.

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Survey takers who work as Import Managers usually report a few specific skills. Logistics and Import Compliance are considered valuable skills and can increase employee pay by 6 percent and 5 percent, respectively. Many workers who know Import Compliance also know Logistics.

Pay by Experience Level for Import Manager

Median of all compensation (including tips, bonus, and overtime) by years of experience.

More years of relevant experience do not necessarily translate to higher paychecks. The average worker who claims fewer than five years of experience earns around $46K. In contrast, however, individuals who report five to 10 years in this occupation see a much larger median of $58K. Import Managers with one to two decades of relevant experience report an average salary of approximately $65K. Import Managers with more than 20 years of experience report incomes that are only modestly higher; the median for these old hands hovers around $68K.